Little Hands Curious Minds Child Care
903 N 8th St, Reading, PA
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Little Genius Daycare is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 102 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 42 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 102 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Little Genius Daycare has not listed its tuition.
State record
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 1, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 42 rules in all · 42 corrected
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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3270.151(c)(4) Information re: medical problems
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Staff 2's health assessment dated 1/5/26 said that Staff 2 did have signs of a communicable disease, however there was no explanation as to what this was, or if this posed a risk to children, or other persons in contact with Staff 2. Staff 2 did not have any other current health assessments available for review.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Preschool Child 4's initial health report from 7/31/25, did not include statements that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted . See LIS code sheet for DOB.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Preschool Child 4's initial health report from 7/31/25, was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP who completed the form. See LIS code sheet for DOB and Date of Admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Cert rep observed that the facility Bus did not have the emergency medical transportation plan in the bus or the emergency contact binder for transportation. Staff reported that the emergency medical transportation plan was not otherwise taken with staff when leaving the facility with children in the bus.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.124(b)(7) Amount of fee/Name/address/phone release person
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Child 1's fee agreement did not have the fee amount listed. Additionally Child 3's emergency contact form did not include the address and phone number for all release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Staff 1 and 3 had more than 12 months between fire safety training dates. Staff 1 had fire safety trainings dated 4/8/25 and 5/11/26, and Staff 3 had fire safety trainings dated 4/8/25 & 5/11/26 in their respective files.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Cert rep observed the trim was peeling up off the wall(not in good repair) in the large bathroom in the toddler/preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.131(a) Health information
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 older toddler Child 2's initial health report was dated 3/26/26, which is more than 60 days after their date of admission. See LIS code sheet for DOB, and date of admission. It was reported that Child 2 continued to attend the child care between their 60th day and 3/26/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“During a renewal inspection 6/1/26 review of the fire drill log determined that on 3/16/26 and 4/15/26 the consecutive fire drills had the same hypothetical location of the fire (laundry).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Cert rep observed that the facility's safe routes were not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff person 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2 or an acceptable previous version of Health and Safety Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 3 had a high school diploma and 1842 hours of experience working with children. It was reported that Staff 3 had additional experience working with children, however this was not verified in the file. It was reported that Staff 3 had been working as an assistant group supervisor at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iv) 8th grade + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 1's file did not have verification of any education or any child care experience. Staff 1's file included an application which noted Staff 1 completed 10th grade, however this is not an acceptable verification of education. Staff 1 has been working as an Aide.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2026
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 1 was observed providing care to 9 children alone, and was therefore unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.52/3270.113(a)(1) Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Cert observed Staff 2 was not physically present with the children in their assigned group while in the hallway, and Staff 1 was observed to be alone in the room with 4 older toddlers and 5 preschool aged children. Staff 1 and 2 were present in the toddler/preschool room with 9 children (4 older toddlers and 5 preschool children. Staff 2 left the toddler/preschool room and went to the facility hallway. Staff 2 reported they left the childcare space to answer the facility door. When Cert rep questioned Staff 2 about Staff 1 being alone with the children, Staff 2 then reentered the toddler/preschool room and named and identified 5 children (older toddlers) as being in Staff 2's group. Staff 1 identified 4 children (preschool aged) as being in her group.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During an allocated unannounced inspection on 3/26/26 Cert rep observed peeling paint on the wall along the bottom right hand side of the painted wall mural in the playspace.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During an allocated unannounced inspection on 3/26/26 Cert rep observed tears along the edges of the folds in the changing mats in the large bathroom in the Toddler/Preschool room. These tears would prevent proper sanitation.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During an allocated unannounced inspection on 3/26/26 Cert rep observed Plastic bags and Wipes in bags labeled "keep bags away from children" under changing table in the large bathroom in the Toddler/Preschool room. The children who use this bathroom may still be placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 1's file had 0 written references.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 1, 3, and 4 did not have initial emergency plan training and it has been more than 90 days since their dates of hire. See LIS code sheet for dates of hire. Staff 1 was observed providing care on 3/26/26, and Staff 4 was reported to be working as staff. It was reported that Staff went on leave starting 2/25/26, however staff 3 worked as Staff between their 90th day and 2/25/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff person 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person 1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 or completed an acceptable previous version of the Health and Safety Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Cert rep observed that the most recent sent version of the emergency plan letter for parents does not include lockdown procedures and accommodations for infants toddlers, children with special needs and chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Staff reported that the facility was not maintaining a copy of reports regarding accidents, injuries, and illnesses in the child's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.175(a) Age appropriate restraints
“During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Staff reported that the facility was not using car seats/booster seats when transporting young school aged children who are 7 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Staff 3 had a most recent health assessment dated 6/27/22. This is more than 24 months since the previous health assessment. Staff 3 was observed to be working in a staff role.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed the Computer room did not have the emergency medical transportation plan posted. Cert rep also observed that the emergency medical transportation plan was not in the vehicles used for transportation of children to and from the facility. Staff reported this plan was not being taken with staff when transporting children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3) Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone
“During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep noted children's emergency contact forms did not list parents work address(Child 1) and work phone number(Child 1 and 3). Child 2's emergency contact form did not list a phone number for the child's physician/source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Child 3 did not have a Child service report. Child 3 has been enrolled for move than 6 months (See LIS code sheet for date of enrollment.)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.121(b) Given parents in writing
“During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep noted parents were not receiving information regarding the facility's general daily schedule and pick-up arrangements”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed the Computer room did not have the daily activities posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed a broken tile on the wall in the girls bathroom near the toilet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.75(a)/3270.75(b) In child care spaces/Inaccessible to children
“During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed the Computer room did not have a first kit. Cert rep also observed the first aid kits on the walls of the Preschool/Toddler Room and the Indoor playground were on the wall at a height that made them accessible to children”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Cert rep noted more than 60 months between clearances for the following Staff: Staff 1: PSP(10/24/19, & 4/2/25), Child Abuse (11/20/19 & 4/10/25), DHS FBI (1/31/20, & 4/7/25), NSOR (2/5/20 & 4/8/25). Staff 2: NSOR (2/4/20 & 4/8/25). Staff 3: Child Abuse (5/16/19 & 5/29/24), NSOR (2/20/20 & 4/8/25). Staff 4: NSOR (1/31/20 & 4/7/25). Staff 5: Child Abuse (3/12/19 & 5/28/24), DHS FBI (2/3/20, & 4/7/25).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Director reported that parents were not being provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed the 2005 Chevrolet bus owned by the facility and driven for transportation did not have a valid Pennsylvania State Police inspection for School buses. This was evidenced by the school bus inspection sticker with an expiration date of 8/31/2019. This inspection is a Department of Transportation requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2025
3270.121(b) Given parents in writing
“It was observed and stated that the facility did not provide to all enrolled families a written supervision policy or clothing policy.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“It was observed and stated that the facility did not send a copy of their emergency plan to their local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed in the preschool area that two cabinets had cleaning products accessible to children ; they contained Lysol spray, Chlorox wipes, and Windex.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During an unannounced inspection on 3/27/2024, school age children were observed individually on 4 separate occasions walking unsupervised from the classroom to the bathroom located on the other side of the building and then back to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During an unannounced inspection on 3/27/2024, school age children were observed individually on 4 separate occasions walking unsupervised from the classroom to the bathroom located on the other side of the building and then back to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 4/4/2024, the state police clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 7/5/2018. The updated state police clearance was immediately requested and received. However, Staff #1 was working with an expired state police clearance prior to obtaining the updated clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2024
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“On 6/21/2023, the updated health reports on file for Child #1 and #2 did not have the up-to-date annual influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP. The files for Child #1 and #2 did not include an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief written, signed and dated statement by the child's parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On 6/21/2023, two loose tiles were seen near the wall in the back part of the school age classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented verified mandated reporter trainings on file being dated 10/20/2017.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“It was confirmed through interviews that staff at the facility had been observed placing Child #1, age 4, in a high chair during circle time on multiple occasions. This happened most recently on 2/2/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“It was confirmed through interviews that staff at the facility had been observed placing Child #1, age 4, in a high chair during circle time on multiple occasions. This happened most recently on 2/2/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented verified mandated reporter trainings on file being dated 10/20/2017.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“It was confirmed through interviews that staff at the facility had been observed placing Child #1, age 4, in a high chair during circle time on multiple occasions. This happened most recently on 2/2/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“It was confirmed through interviews that staff at the facility had been observed placing Child #1, age 4, in a high chair during circle time on multiple occasions. This happened most recently on 2/2/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 2/1/2017. Staff person #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.131(c) Health information/Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/21/2022, Child #2 did not have a completed health report on file that was written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff #1 previously completed the FBI clearance on 9/3/2016, but did not renew the FBI clearance until 5/20/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff #3 had previously completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) that expired in April 2021 prior Staff #3 renewing their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on 5/7/2022. See code sheet for date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2022
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the Renewal Inspection on 6/21/2022, the most recent health report on file Child #1, a preschool child was dated 11/24/2020 (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2022
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FAQ
Yes. Little Genius Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 1, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 42 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 42 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
102, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 741-6672 to ask.
(610) 741-6672.
701 N 8th St 2nd Floor, Reading, PA 19604. The nearest other daycare we list is Fantastic Kydz Child Care Center, under 0.1 miles away.